Gaming News: Fallout 5 Development Speculation Sparks Community Fervor

Speculation abounds as fans discuss the potential involvement of Fallout: New Vegas director Josh Sawyer in Fallout 5's development.

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In a recent Gaming News post, Reddit users are buzzing about the possibility of Microsoft fast-tracking development for Fallout 5, with the potential return of RPG master Josh Sawyer to the franchise.

Summary

  • Community excitement over Josh Sawyer potentially returning to Fallout franchise
  • Debate on the feasibility of involving Obsidian amidst current projects
  • Concerns about rushing development and potential fallout from TV show tie-ins

Fan Excitement

Many fans are thrilled at the idea of Josh Sawyer, the director of Fallout: New Vegas, working on Fallout 5, seeing it as a perfect match given his previous success.

Concerns and Realities

Some users express apprehension about potentially overwhelming Obsidian with new projects like Fallout 5 alongside their current commitments to games like Outer Worlds 2 and Avowed.

Industry Skepticism

There are concerns about rushing development and diluting the franchise’s essence to cater to a wider audience off the back of the Fallout TV show.

Final Thoughts

While the community’s enthusiasm for a potential collaboration between Microsoft, Obsidian, and Josh Sawyer is palpable, it remains to be seen how these speculations will unfold in the ever-evolving landscape of game development.